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to deafen
01
to make a space or area soundproof
Transitive: to deafen a space
Example
The walls of the recording studio were deafened to keep out external noise.
To create a quiet environment, they deafen the office with soundproof materials.
The apartment was deafened with thick insulation to block traffic noise.
02
to cause a temporary or permanent loss of hearing
Transitive: to deafen sb
Example
The ongoing construction work next door is deafening us.
The explosion nearby deafened everyone in the room.
Prolonged exposure to loud music can gradually deafen a person.
03
to overwhelm someone with a loud noise, making it hard for them to hear or concentrate
Transitive: to deafen sb
Example
The loud cheer from the audience almost deafened the performers on stage.
The roar of the crowd at the stadium deafened him as he walked to the field.
The engine 's loud roar deafened him, and he had to cover his ears.
Example
The walls of the recording studio were deafened to keep out external noise.
To create a quiet environment, they deafen the office with soundproof materials.
The apartment was deafened with thick insulation to block traffic noise.
To avoid distractions, they deafened the conference room with heavy curtains.
They decided to deafen the room to ensure no sounds disturbed the meeting.
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